Director of Compliance

DescriptionLocation: Seattle, WACompensation: $125,000 - $140,000 AnnuallyBenefits: Medical HMO, dental and vision insurance is free for employee only coverage!Company SummaryEveryone has the right to a quality, affordable home. At Community Roots Housing, this truth drives our work. By embracing community-led development and engaging in deep-rooted partnerships, we’re fostering vibrant, equitable communities where everyone has access to safe, affordable and welcoming homes. Today, nearly 40 apartment buildings – over 2,000 residents -- we continue our commitment to build community with and for people.We are intentional in our hiring processes, seeing it as a chance to interrupt the cycle of racial and economic injustice that limits communities from accessing employment, building skills and investing in their own leadership development. We prioritize applicants who have firsthand experience in navigating the many systems that our residents face which impede their opportunities for success, as majority low-income, LGBTQ, and people of color.Job SummaryThe Director of Compliance will ensure that Community Roots Housing (CRH) is in Compliance with all federal laws, state laws and agency regulations. This position is integral to building a top tier Affordable Housing organization to support CRH’s growing and complex business operations. Responsible for developing and conducting annual and quarterly audits for Property Management, specifically leasing and Occupancy. Leads the development and execution of audit plans and programs linked to risk assessments, reviews audit programs and consults with Vice President of Property Operations (VPPO) and Director of Property Management (DPM) in developing appropriate control guidelines. Recognizes and identifies control deficiencies within the Property Management operating environment. Works with VPPO and DPM to develop meaningful recommendations to mitigate risk. Leads and mentors the Compliance Manager and interacts with executive leaders. This role requires a highly skilled and ambitious professional who contributes through leadership that is based on strong business acumen as well as sound application of governance, risk and internal controls. Nurtures continuous improvement on the Compliance team and with stakeholders.Duties And ResponsibilitiesLeadership – Setting goals for the work group, developing organizational capability, and modeling how we work together:Identifies and communicates key responsibilities and practices to ensure the immediate team of direct reports promotes a successful attitude, confidence in leadership, and teamwork to achieve business results.Supports the implementation of CRH programs to ensure the success of the organization. Provides inspirational leadership to communicate vision and strategy for the organization; creates a positive team environment including confidence in leadership and teamwork to achieve business results.Deals successfully with ambiguity, managing multiple priorities and able to support the organization through complex changes. Effectively influences all levels to help identify and drive organizational priorities and initiatives.Demonstrates a clear commitment to the highest standards of integrity, professional and personal conduct and holds others to the same standard. Provides thoughtful leadership to determine resources needed to ensure business needs are met, including people and systems.Planning and Execution - Developing strategic and operational plans for the work group, managing execution, and measuring results:Prepares, communicates and educates client groups and team on changes in policies and practices within the organization.Plans and manages the department processes and practices to ensure that programs are aligned with organizational business goals and objectives.Business Requirements – Providing Functional Expertise And Executing Functional ResponsibilitiesAccountable for development and execution of audit plans; adapts plans and priorities to address resource and operational decisions throughout Property Management in regards to compliance regulations.Manages the detailed planning, risk assessment, scoping, and resourcing of complex audit projects.Accountable for overall 504 and VAWA request processingWorks with Leasing Manager to develop Marketing plansDevelops appropriate recommendations in conjunction with input from the Compliance & Leasing Managers, to correct and control deficiencies; and follow up to ensure management implements recommendations or appropriately addresses the risks identified through the performance of audits. Accountable for the performance and results of work completed within own disciplines; may manage professional employees to achieve objectives; provides guidance as needed to the Compliance and Leasing Managers with regard to reviewing work product to ensure timeliness, accuracy, completeness and quality.Reviews/writes written audit reports and presents to VPPOEnsures timely and accurate funder responses Coordinates preparation for physical and administrative funder inspections Ensures ongoing regulatory compliance with WSHFC, HTF, HUD etcInteracts primarily with Senior Management as well as departmental leaders.Leverages best practices and knowledge to provide recommendations to improve processes Works with the Compliance and Leasing Managers to develop key metrics, trends, and strategic analysis of areas of responsibility, then presents audit trends to VPPO Develops strong working relationships with Senior Leadership to accomplish cross-departmental goals and objectives.Supports all levels of management in providing leadership and communication across the department and organization on a wide variety of programs, projects and initiatives.Provides technical and career guidance to Compliance and Housing Specialist staffStaff Development & Team Building – Providing staff with coaching, feedback, and developmental opportunities and building effective teams:Conducts and ensures the completion of performance reviews.Ensures managers/leadership adhere to legal and operational compliance requirements.Oversees training and development for Compliance related processes, procedures, policies, rules, local, state and federal laws governing these activities. Ensure procedures and forms are current with regulatory agenciesOther duties as assignedRequirementsMinimum Qualifications:10 years’ experience in affordable housing, auditing or other related area, which must include a working knowledge/experience with the HUD 4350.3 handbook and/or IRS Section 42 complianceSupervisory experience 5 yearsAbility to read and interpret complex documents and manuals, such as regulatory agreements Ability to think strategically, communicate vision, and execute plans to meet business objectivesAbility to assess business processes and implement improvement and controls. Excellent written and verbal communication skills including; the ability to effectively articulate risks, mitigation proposals and link common themes to stakeholders at various levels of the organization.Must have strong computer experience with the Microsoft office suite and OutlookStrong problem solving and analytic skills with attention to detailMust possess excellent relationship building skills Demonstrated record of team building, leadership and professional achievementExperience working with diverse populationsThorough knowledge of Landlord/Tenant, and Fair HousingPreferred QualificationsHUD, Tax Credit or related compliance certificationExperience with reporting through WBARSExpert knowledge of RealPage OnesiteSupervisory ResponsibilityThis is a supervisory role for compliance and leasing.Disclaimer: Community Roots Housing is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Candidates of color, LGBTQ candidates, women, candidates with disabilities and candidates of all religions and national origins are strongly encouraged to apply. Community Roots Housing is a “Ban the Box” employer. However, per Federal Department of Housing and Urban Development requirements, any candidate selected for this position must undergo a criminal history background check prior to employment.